You can temporarily disable "Hey Google" by setting up Downtime through the Google Home app. This essentially puts Google Assistant in a restricted mode during specified hours.
Setting up Downtime in Google Home App:
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Open the Google Home app: Locate and open the Google Home application on your smartphone or tablet.
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Navigate to Digital Wellbeing Settings: Tap on "Settings," then scroll down and select "Digital Wellbeing" followed by "Set up."
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Configure Downtime:
- If you haven't set up Filters, you'll be guided through the setup process. You can skip directly to Downtime setup.
- If you've previously configured Filters, under "Downtime," tap "New schedule."
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Schedule Downtime: Follow the on-screen instructions within the Google Home app to define the start and end times for your Downtime schedule. You can also select which devices Downtime should apply to. During Downtime, Google Assistant will be restricted, effectively disabling "Hey Google" for specified actions on those devices.
In summary, using the Digital Wellbeing feature in the Google Home app allows you to schedule Downtime, which functions as a temporary way to disable "Hey Google" on designated devices.
